How To Fix KD508 - Complete source structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 508

• Message text: Complete source structure &

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V2& cannot be assigned in origin &V1&.
In settlement, the debits in the sender are summarized into groups
using origin assignments. You do this using the origin structure which
is stored in the settlement rule for the sender. You can define
distribution rules for each origin assignment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Action by system administrator:
Complete your origin structure, or assign another origin structure to
the sender. When you maintain the sender settlement rule, the system
defaults the origin structure from the settlement profile.
You may also need to check the settlement profile.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD508 - Complete source structure & ?

  The SAP error message KD508 ("Complete source structure &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the configuration of the data structure for a particular controlling area or when trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a complete data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The error often arises when the source structure for a particular controlling area is not fully defined or is missing required components.
  Missing Master Data: If the necessary master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is not maintained or is incomplete, it can lead to this error.
  Data Transfer Issues: If there are issues with data transfer from other modules (like FI or MM) to CO, it can result in incomplete data structures.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that are not properly configured, they may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system and ensure that all necessary components of the source structure are defined. This includes checking the controlling area settings and ensuring that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data: 
  
  Verify that all relevant master data is correctly maintained. This includes checking cost centers, internal orders, and any other relevant entities in the controlling module.
  
  
  
  Review Data Transfer: 
  
  Check for any issues in the data transfer processes between modules. Ensure that all necessary data is being transferred correctly and that there are no errors in the data flow.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message KD508 for any additional insights or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the program that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific circumstances of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to controlling, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to see if the data is being recorded correctly.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KD508 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KD508 error in your SAP system.